Excelia Business School: Three new Associate Deans strengthen academic governance

These strategic appointments strengthen the School’s academic governance and support its Business Education for our futureS 2025–2030 trajectory.

Who are the new Associate Deans at Excelia Business School?

• Valentina Kirova – Associate Dean Faculty (Dean of Faculty)
  A Professor of Marketing and specialist in pedagogical innovation, she takes the helm of the Faculty. She will steer the academic strategy, enhance international visibility, and support the recruitment and retention of academic talent.

• Amir Hasnaoui – Associate Dean Programmes and Academic Affairs
  He will be responsible for academic quality and programme management, ensuring compliance with national and international standards.

• Miia Chabot – Associate Dean Pedagogy and Innovative Learning
  She will guide the evolution of Excelia’s pedagogical model and design impactful learning experiences, notably around the ecological transition through the Blue Education Experience.

Why are these appointments strategic?

These changes address three priorities:

• Consolidate Excelia Business School’s academic excellence.

• Strengthen its international reach and attractiveness to students and faculty.

• Develop innovative and sustainable pedagogy aligned with the expectations of new generations and societal challenges.

“I am delighted to see these three experienced and complementary colleagues take on new responsibilities. They will help develop the collective and plural intelligences our era requires.”
Tamym Abdessemed, Deputy CEO of Excelia, Director of Excelia Business School

About Excelia

Founded in 1988, Excelia is a higher education group recognised for its international outlook and prestigious accreditations: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA, EFMD Accredited and TedQual.
With 6,800 students, 4 campuses and a network of 45,000 alumni, Excelia educates students each year in management, communication, tourism, health and real estate.

FAQ – Excelia Business School and its governance

Who is the new Dean of Faculty at Excelia Business School?

As of November 2025, it is Valentina Kirova, Associate Dean Faculty.

Who are the other Associate Deans appointed in 2025?

Amir Hasnaoui (Programmes and Academic Affairs) and Miia Chabot (Pedagogy and Innovation).

How do these appointments strengthen Excelia?

They enhance academic quality, foster pedagogical innovation, and reinforce the School’s internationalisation.